inwardly
Example Sentences
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"I probably didn't show it, but inwardly I was obviously very happy," he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2024
The empire changed enormously during Chinggis Khan’s reign, becoming more inwardly peaceful but also much more materialistic in its tastes.
From Textbooks ● Apr. 19, 2023
“Happily” is so inwardly focused that Mark’s magic can’t always touch what’s going on around her and us.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 11, 2023
But inwardly, I’m pumping my fist, screaming, ‘Yes! Finally! I’m cool!’
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 28, 2022
But inwardly Hatsue felt no serenity; her calm was a practiced disguise.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
